Form Follows Function
A design principle that states the design of a product or interface should primarily serve its intended purpose or functionality.
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“user interface design”
Roach Motel
A dark pattern where it's easy to get into a situation but hard to get out of it, such as signing up for a service but finding it difficult to cancel.
Functionalism
A design approach that prioritizes the practical purpose and usability of digital products over purely aesthetic considerations.
Affordance
The perceived and actual properties of an object that determine how it could be used.
Minimalism
A design approach that emphasizes simplicity, using only the necessary elements to create a clean and uncluttered look.
Anthropomorphism
The attribution of human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities, often used in design to make interfaces more relatable and engaging.
Progressive Disclosure
A design technique that involves showing only essential information initially, revealing additional details as needed to prevent information overload.
Interface Interference
A dark pattern where the user interface is manipulated in a way that prioritizes certain actions over others to benefit the company.
Interactive Design
The design of interactive digital products, environments, systems, and services.